Seth wrote:
>
> > wrote in message
> ups.com...
> >I have an EX with power locks. Is it normal for the driver's side
> > door lock tab to be impossible to push down, either manually or with
> > the power locks, but only when the door is open?
> >
> > If the door is closed, it will lock without a problem, whether with
> > the power locks, pushing down on it, or turning the key.
> >
> > Seems odd and I'm wondering if it's foreshadowing a problem.
>
> Was normal on my '89 LX-i. It's so you can't lock the keys in the car. (or
> least make it harder to do).

What he said. Also, you can defeat this interlock by pulling the inside
door handle out partly before trying to push down the lock knob. It is
all in the manual...

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